Canada will open two new permanent residency channels starting in 2026 to speed transitions to pr This measure is signaled in the 2025 federal budget but is notably absent from the latest annual immigration levels plan. Policy will transition about 115,000 protected persons to permanent residency by 2027 under new pathways.
In a bold move to strengthen its knowledge‑based economy, the canadian government announced a streamlined immigration process specifically for holders of the united states h‑1b work visa Canada's $1.7b talent strategy targets u.s The policy aims to attract high‑skill talent that can immediately contribute to canada’s research, technology, and innovation sectors
